User manual RYOBI 770REB

[. . . ] 770rEB 2-Cycle Gas Trimmer / Edger / Blower OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 in U. S. or 1-800-265-6778 in CANADA www. ryobi. com IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY INTRODUCTION THANK YOU Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. This operator's manual provides you with easy-to-understand operating instructions. [. . . ] · Slowly move the trimmer into and out of the cutting area at the desired height. · The life of your cutting line is dependent upon; · Following the previous trimming techniques · What vegetation is being cut · Where it's being cut For example, the line will wear faster when trimming against a foundation wall as opposed to trimming around a tree. ADJUSTING TRIMMING LINE LENGTH The Bump HeadTM cutting attachment allows you to release trimming line without stopping the engine. To release more line, lightly tap the cutting attachment on the ground (Fig. Line release becomes more difficult as cutting line becomes shorter. Fig. 14 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DECORATIVE TRIMMING Decorative trimming is accomplished by removing all vegetation around trees, posts, fences, etc. Rotate the whole unit so that the cutting attachment is at a 30° angle to the ground (Fig. 15 HOLDING THE UNIT WITH EDGER ADD-ON WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Figs. Check for the following: · The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing. · The right arm is slightly bent, and the hand is holding the shaft grip. · The left arm is straight, and the hand is holding the handle. · The edger wheel adjusted for proper cut depth and edger positioned as shown in Fig. 17 Lowering TIPS FOR BEST EDGING RESULTS · Keep the cutting attachment perpendicular to the ground. Edge the first time at a lower depth, then do the area again with a deeper setting. · Walk the edger at a slow, even pace · Check the blade condition, as it wears it becomes smaller, reducing the cutting depth performance. 16 15 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOLDING THE UNIT WITH SWEEPER/BLOWER ADD-ON WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Figs. Check for the following: · The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing. · The right arm is slightly bent, and the hand is holding the shaft grip. · The left arm is straight, and the hand is holding the handle. · The sweeper/blower is parallel to the ground and is positioned so debris is blown away from operator. OPERATING TIPS WHEN USING SWEEPER/BLOWER · To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), the use of hearing protection is required. · Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours ­ not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. Usual recommendations are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Saturday. · To reduce noise levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time. [. . . ] The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should call 1-800-345-8746. 27 LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY RYOBI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS warrants each new RYOBI Product for two (2) years according to the following terms. This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of original retail purchase. Any part of the RYOBI Product manufactured or supplied by RYOBI and found in the reasonable judgement of RYOBI to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an authorized RYOBI service dealer without charge for parts and labor. [. . . ]